Occupational Therapist (OT) - Mobile Outpatient

Alpha Home Health and Hospice; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha Home Health and Hospice seeks an Occupational Therapist to deliver outpatient rehabilitation in patients' homes and community settings, mainly serving older adults. The OT will evaluate, plan, and implement personalized therapy programs to restore functional abilities and independence in daily activities.

The role includes supervising support staff, maintaining documentation, collaborating with healthcare teams, and adapting treatment plans to meet individual needs while prioritizing

Qualifications

• Candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree in an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy program.
• Must be registered with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Must possess a valid, unencumbered state license and have reliable transportation or a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized outpatient therapy in home and community settings.
• Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and execute therapy techniques.
• Supervise support staff and collaborate with healthcare team members.
• Design and fit adaptive devices, educate patients, and modify plans as needed.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and quality patient care in all activities.

Skills

Outpatient therapy

Assessment & evaluation

Treatment planning

Staff supervision

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

Bachelor’s degree in ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy program

Job description

Overview

An Occupational Therapist provides outpatient rehabilitation services primarily in patients' homes or independent living facilities, focusing on the older adult population. They evaluate, plan, and implement personalized therapy programs to restore and enhance functional abilities, including motor skills, cognitive functions, and daily activities. The role involves supervising support personnel, maintaining documentation, collaborating with healthcare teams, and adapting treatment plans to meet individual needs. Key responsibilities include patient assessment, therapy implementation, equipment management, safety enforcement, and patient education on adaptive devices and techniques. The position emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and interdisciplinary coordination.

Qualifications

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy program, be registered with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, and possess a valid, unencumbered state license. Reliable transportation or a valid driver’s license is required.

• Provide personalized outpatient therapy in home and community settings


• Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and execute therapy techniques


• Supervise support staff and collaborate with healthcare team members


• Design and fit adaptive devices, educate patients, and modify plans as needed


• Ensure safety, compliance, and quality patient care in all activities